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Zanzibar, Tanzania - Convicts
Zanzibar, Tanzania - Shackled convicts Date: circa 1910s
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Media ID 11548679
© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Chain Chained Chains Convict Convicts Criminal Criminals Prisoner Prisoners Rings Shackles Tanzania Tanzanian Zanzibar Shackled
A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print
"Bring the historical charm of Zanzibar, Tanzania into your home or office with our stunning poster prints from Media Storehouse. This captivating image, "Zanzibar, Tanzania - Convicts" by Rights Managed from Mary Evans Prints Online, transports you back in time to the circa 1910s. The hauntingly poignant scene of shackled convicts, captured in black and white, is a powerful reminder of Zanzibar's rich and complex history. Our high-quality poster prints are perfect for adding character to any space, and make for unique and thought-provoking conversation starters. Order yours today and step into the past with Media Storehouse."
A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.
Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 38.1cm x 59.4cm (15" x 23.4")
Estimated Product Size is 42cm x 59.4cm (16.5" x 23.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This haunting image captures a moment in the dark history of Zanzibar, Tanzania during the 1910s. The convicts, shackled and chained, stand in a line, their expressions a mix of resignation and defiance. The rings and chains around their ankles and wrists bear testament to their criminal pasts and current punishment. The scene is reminiscent of a coffle, a line of enslaved or imprisoned people forced to walk long distances under the supervision of their captors. Zanzibar, an archipelago off the eastern coast of Africa, was a major trading hub for centuries, with a rich cultural heritage influenced by Arab, Persian, Indian, European, and African traders and settlers. However, it also had a darker side, with a history of slavery and the brutal suppression of political dissent. The convicts in this photograph were likely part of the island's penal system, which was notorious for its harsh conditions and inhumane treatment of prisoners. The shackles and chains were used to control and intimidate, inflicting physical and psychological suffering on those who dared to challenge the status quo. Despite its troubled past, Zanzibar has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent decades. It is now a popular tourist destination, known for its beautiful beaches, historic sites, and vibrant culture. However, it is important to remember the painful history that shaped the island and its people. This image serves as a reminder of the past and the importance of learning from it as we strive for a more just and equitable world.
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